Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Queensland (Updated 2026)

Queensland, Australia
Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition, …More

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef. You can watch fish feeding, go on a snorkeling expedition,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$228
Paint and Sip Classes Brisbane: Ceramic Plates & Bowls

Art Masterclass is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Brisbane. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the …More

Art Masterclass is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Brisbane. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Gold Coast Full Day Learn To Surf Adventure

Learn how to surf during this 7-hour ultimate surfing adventure on the Gold Coast. You will also visit the beautiful Fingal Head, a small coastal …More

Learn how to surf during this 7-hour ultimate surfing adventure on the Gold Coast. You will also visit the beautiful Fingal Head, a small coastal...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
Brisbane Tamborine Mountain Hop-On Hop-Off + Skywalk & Glow Worms

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest …More

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$123
Small Group Daintree Rainforest and Aboriginal Coastal Adventure

A spectacular Aboriginal cultural journey on the traditional lands of the Kuku Yalanji people where you will discover both natural beauty and ancient culture. Come …More

A spectacular Aboriginal cultural journey on the traditional lands of the Kuku Yalanji people where you will discover both natural beauty and ancient culture. Come...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$282
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. …More

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies....

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$231
Cairns Tomb Of The Pharaohs General Admission Ticket

Journey through the most lavishly decorated tombs and temples of Ancient Egypt. Each tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, stele engraved plaques, mummified human and …More

Journey through the most lavishly decorated tombs and temples of Ancient Egypt. Each tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, stele engraved plaques, mummified human and...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$36
Tropical Trike Tours - Grand Tour

5-Star Rated on City Balloon Tours & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and …More

5-Star Rated on City Balloon Tours & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and...

150 to 180 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$151
Noosa Brewery Tour - The Best of Noosa

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes …More

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$196
Tour, Taste & Camel Encounter

Explore, Taste, and Connect with Camels on a guided Tour, Taste & Camel Encounter at Australia’s Largest Camel Farm! Join us at Summer Land Camels …More

Explore, Taste, and Connect with Camels on a guided Tour, Taste & Camel Encounter at Australia’s Largest Camel Farm! Join us at Summer Land Camels...

45 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$17
Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon ride over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands - it's one of the top "must do" …More

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon ride over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands - it's one of the top "must do"...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$348
Brisbane: Hop on Hop off Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain

This small-group tour takes you through family-run vineyards for guided tastings. Soak up mountain lookouts, browse the charming Gallery Walk, and enjoy the ease of …More

This small-group tour takes you through family-run vineyards for guided tastings. Soak up mountain lookouts, browse the charming Gallery Walk, and enjoy the ease of...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (39)
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$125
Mooloolaba Whale Watching – Small Group Tour

SMALL GROUPS…. ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP AND PLENTY OF ROOM TO MOVE AROUND! Whale watching like you've never experienced before. Our team gives you …More

SMALL GROUPS…. ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP AND PLENTY OF ROOM TO MOVE AROUND! Whale watching like you've never experienced before. Our team gives you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Brisbane: Daytime Scenic Rim Glow Worm Tour + Hop on Hop off Bus

Experience the endless picturesque views from the Gold Coast to the unique heritage of Mt Tamborine. One of the first Tourism Destinations in QLD with …More

Experience the endless picturesque views from the Gold Coast to the unique heritage of Mt Tamborine. One of the first Tourism Destinations in QLD with...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (32)
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$95
Rayglass Protector - Standard Private Charter - Whitsundays

Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves …More

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Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves...

1 to 11 hours
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$2,702
White Ridge Farm: Day Entry ticket

We are a small family owned business and very passionate about our animals. You can get up close and personal with the animals, feed, pat …More

We are a small family owned business and very passionate about our animals. You can get up close and personal with the animals, feed, pat...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$24
Brisbane Mini Segway Tour

A new and fun way to see Brisbane’s beautiful river city. Cruise along the river and inner city with our experienced guides — a great way …More

A new and fun way to see Brisbane’s beautiful river city. Cruise along the river and inner city with our experienced guides — a great way...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (193)
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$42
Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Day Trip: Chill and Grill

Explore the stunning white, silica sand of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach on this full-day excursion. This is the best way to experience all that Whitehaven …More

Explore the stunning white, silica sand of the world-famous Whitehaven Beach on this full-day excursion. This is the best way to experience all that Whitehaven...

11 hours 30 minutes
4.7 (189)
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$196
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

Be dazzled by more than 1,200 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is …More

Be dazzled by more than 1,200 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$18
2 Hour Private Brisbane Mountain Bike Coaching Session and Ride

Walking is okay, but with a mountain bike you and your friends will cover more ground, increase your chance of chasing some wildlife, get a …More

Walking is okay, but with a mountain bike you and your friends will cover more ground, increase your chance of chasing some wildlife, get a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$153
Full-Day Guided Noosa Everglades Kayak Tour

Enjoy a 6-hour tour through the Noosa Everglades by Kayak. Follow your professional guide to see Lake Cootharaba, Kinaba, Fig Tree Lake and the Upper …More

Enjoy a 6-hour tour through the Noosa Everglades by Kayak. Follow your professional guide to see Lake Cootharaba, Kinaba, Fig Tree Lake and the Upper...

6 hours
4.9 (154)
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$146
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